DISCOVERY OF VITAMIN AND TOCOTRIENOLS
Herbert cLean Evans discovered Vitamin E in 1922 for the first time. But it was initially discovered as a fertility factor. On further research, it was found that it is a fat-soluble organic compound that possesses incomparable antioxidant properties. In nature, Vitamin E exists in two fat-soluble forms: Tocopherols and Tocotrienols. Each form has four isoforms: Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and Delta. Earlier, Tocopherol was consumed most commonly because Vitamin E Tocotrienol sources were very rare in nature.
But a decade ago, Dr. Barrie Tan made a remarkable discovery of Tocotrienols in natural sources like annatto plant, palm, and rice, which was a profound achievement towards antioxidant therapeutic science for the cure of various chronic illnesses, as Tocotrienols are proven highly potent antioxidants.
If we go centuries back to the time of ancient Mayans, they used to paint their bodies with Annatto plant extracts, a storehouse of 100% tocotrienol, because of the natural cosmetic value of the plant. Moreover, it was used as a staple food and to treat many ailments because they had a deep knowledge of its medicinal value.
SOURCES OF VITAMIN E TOCOTRIENOL
The major sources of tocotrienol are annatto, palm, and rice bran. However, it can also be extracted in some quantities from wheat germ, coconut, cocoa, oats, grapefruit seed oil, hazelnuts, olive oil, maize, buckthorn berry, flaxseed oil, rye, sunflower oil, and poppy seed oil. According to various researches, annatto is the source of the most potent form of this vitamin as it provides tocopherol-free tocotrienols. Tocopherol tends to interfere with the key therapeutic behaviors of this form, so only 100% pure tocotrienol will provide maximum health benefits, making tocotrienol the best vitamin E supplement. Let us compare the various vitamin E sources to understand their therapeutic efficacy based on their composition.
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DISCOVERY OF ANNATTO VITAMIN E TOCOTRIENOL
As already been discussed, tocotrienol tends to show maximum activity if it is taken solely. This makes the annatto the most effective source because it is the storehouse of tocopherol free tocotrienols. Dr. Barrie Tan has invested his whole life in researching this particular form of vitamin E and is the flag bearer of a number of achievements in this field.
Dr. Barrie Tan’s journey towards tocotrienols started when he visited his friend in Malaysia. His cognizance of the huge antioxidant capabilities of the orange-colored byproduct produced in his amigo’s palm oil manufacturing unit led to the discovery of natural storehouses of the most potent vitamin E form and these are palm, rice, and annatto.
After huge research, he found that Annatto is the most potent source of the purest form of this vitamin as it contains a maximum concentration of Delta Tocotrienols. It has been proven that the Delta Tocotrienol has the maximum bioavailability and incomparable therapeutic benefits among all the eight isoforms of vitamin E. This led to the basis for the synthesis of 100% natural vitamin E supplements such as Eannatto Tocotrienols. AsterVeda Healthcare is making you available the all natural annatto tocotrienols of varied concentrations which one can consume for the following purposes:
Eannatto 125mg: One can consume this vitamin E supplement to avail best antioxidant benefits.
Eannatto 300mg: This supplement may help in managing high blood cholesterol levels and chronic inflammations side by side enhancing heart and bone health.
Eannatto 400mg: It may help you in the management of various cancers and cell damage caused by radiations.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF TOCOTRIENOL
Most of the following discussed health benefits of this form of vitamin E are due to its outstanding antioxidant properties that means it has an unmatchable tendency to stabilize free radicals. These free radicals are reactive oxygen species that are formed during our regular body activities like exertion, respiration, digestion, mental activities, etc. Such radicals bind to the cell walls and damage them, deteriorating cellular health.
Its three major health benefits are:
- It is known to display natural anti-cancer properties by suppressing certain enzyme activity, protein regulation, signaling pathways, and preventing the nutrition supply of cancerous cells. Above that, it helps in arresting cancerous cell proliferation and promoting cell deaths (apoptosis) of the malicious cells. It also helps in preventing a free radical attack on normal cell DNA, thereby helping in the prevention of cancerous conversion of normal cells. Furthermore, it is known to increase the effect of chemo drugs for eliminating tumor cells.
- By providing excellent antioxidant cover, this very form of vitamin E helps in promoting rejuvenation, renewal, and repair of damaged skin cells. In this way, it also supports the anti-aging of our skin.
- It inhibits the cholesterol synthesizing enzymes, prevents fat oxidation, and promotes declination of bad cholesterol (Low-Density Cholesterol) by 20% enhancing cardiovascular (heart and blood vessels) health. Therefore, it helps in optimizing raised blood pressure issues associated with it. Moreover, its antioxidant effect helps in protecting heart and vessel cells.
Other benefits:
- By lowering the synthesis of cholesterol, it helps in maintaining a healthy liver.
- It aids in faster wound healing and cell repair by helping in the reduction of inflammatory markers.
- Also, this form of vitamin E helps in suppressing cataract progression.
- It slows down the bone decalcification process and helps in promoting bone health in postmenopausal females.
- It is even beneficial to diabetic patients who have fluctuating blood sugar levels.
- By preventing nerve cell damage due to free radicals and neuro-toxic insults, it helps in promoting neural health.
- By optimizing immune responses, it promotes the body’s immunity.
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS OF TOCOTRIENOLS?
It is safe to take tocotrienols but it is always recommended to consult your doctor or health practitioner before taking high doses of tocotrienols, especially when you are on some medication or have any health issue.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TOCOTRIENOL AND TOCOPHEROLS
References
- Wellbeing Nutrition Blog
- Activated Nutrients Blog
- Barrietan Blog
- Clinical Education Article
- PubMed Article
- NCBI Article 1
- NCBI Article 2
- Medical News Today Article
